After Damage to the Occipital Lobe of the Cerebral Cortex

question 130

Multiple Choice

After damage to the occipital lobe of the cerebral cortex, what is impaired?

• A) fine control of muscles
• B) vision
• C) speech comprehension
• D) emotional expression

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Definitions:

Genetically Determined

Traits or characteristics that are inherited from one's parents through genes.

Ego

The component of the mind in psychoanalytic theory that mediates between the unconscious desires of the id and the moral constraints of the superego.

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The current actions or mannerisms exhibited by an individual, as observed or reported at a given time.

Conscious Plans

Thoughtfully considered actions or decisions one intends to carry out, fully aware and deliberate.